Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

Waiting....

I'm completely discouraged at the moment. I saw the bariatric surgeon October 7th and we discussed the types of surgeries and what he would recommend for me. October 13th I saw the nutritionist, exercise trainer, and pyschiatrist. October 16th I had all lab work, upper GI, chest X-Ray and ultrasound done. I haven't heard anything about the results of any of it, except when the radiologist told me I had a small hiatal hernia during the upper GI. I feel like it has been forever, I keep reminding myself that it's only October 28th. It feels like forever. I have to wait to see the cardiologist November 30th for clearance, which I think will involve a stress test, echocardiogram, etc. It just seems like I am never going to have a surgery date. I'm having a problem following the exercise program my trainer has suggested because I can't physically do the cardio part at my current weight. I find myself getting discouraged and not following my 1500 calorie diet to well either. I feel if I could do the 1500 calorie diet and exercise expected of me, that I would not need the surgery as a major tool to help me. I'm just extremely discouraged at this point and really tired of waiting. I see the pyschiatrist this morning, maybe that will help.. sigh.

Thats the protocol. Any practice that does not send you to every specialist under the sun, i would be very hesitant to have them touch me. I had my surgery 21 months ago and now I am a size 6......It took me 20 years to pack on that weight...I'm glad it took me 8 months for surgery date/

I am sorry that you are struggling. Patience is not one of my strong points and I think I would be frustrated as well. Keep reminding yourself that the more you prepare now, the easier it will be after surgery.
I hope you hear something very soon!

Waiting was the hardest part for me too. The one thing I would say about your trainer: most trainers don't have the first clue about how to work with a morbidly obese person. I would dump him/her and find someone who understands and won't make you feel discouraged or injure you. If you have access to a pool, water exercise will give you a fantastic no-impact workout. Classes approved by the Arthritis Foundation are a great way to start. I also think it is great they found the hernia before surgery, b/c they can easily go in and fix it during your surgery. I know it seems like surgery will never happen, but you are clearly well on your way. Focus on the now and the time will come before you know it.

My first &quot;thoughts&quot; of surgery happened when I attended a class on June 27th. I talked to my PCP and he agreed it would be a good tool for me after trying MANY other weight lose plans. I called the surgeon's office and started doing all required things. I had already had a current stress test, EKG, paps, mammogram, sleep study and blood work done for other health issues in March/April (they accepted them). I knew I still had to have the colonoscopy and when they called me with a cancellation on August 13th, I jumped at the change to have that DONE. By October 1st I was getting so discouraged about a surgery date. I finally got a surgery date with the normal &quot;ifs&quot;. IF I didn't have a cold or fever, IF I stuck to the liquid protein diet, IF I lost some weight, IF more labwork came back okay. It is a long process but I also think it was good that it took that long because it gave me more time to be sure I was ready and dedicated to doing what HAS to be done to be successful. Surgery happened 10/19/09 and I am now home feeling like I it was an excellent choice all the way around (bypass instead of lapband, surgeon that I chose, etc.). Patience is a virture! LOL Good luck and hang in there.

Sounds to me you are going fast.... I got to go to a informational seminar the 6 of October. Now I go to the physiatric eval the 7 of November. The way mine is going it will be forever ... You have a lot done already. As for the 1500 calorie diet you might want to try some of the Smart Ones meals. They are weight watchers and seem to be somewhat filling. How much do you have to loose before you get your surgery date?

My problem is.. I have been wanting this surgery for about 7 years. When I previously looked into it back then, my insurance wouldn't pay for it and I couldn't afford to pay for it on my own. So the wait has been even longer. I wasn't complaining about seeing specialists, I know all about protocol being a nurse myself.

I think what happened was that all in one week everything was happening so fast and then came to a halt. Not hearing test results and no follow up appointment with the surgeon.. so I can only assume everything is going okay.

It would just be nice to have an estimate &quot;if&quot; everything goes as planned on a round about date. I don't like not knowing. This is my life and I do need to prepare.

My trainer is part of the bariatric team, so I can't dump her. When I see her again November 12th, I will let her know I'm struggling with the cardio part, I just think I should of seen her again in 2 weeks not a month. (I feel like I just lost a month on exercise I cannot physically accomplish.)

I did buy some of the lean cuisines, but haven't found any that I really like yet. I have not been told that I need to lose any weight before the surgery. So I'm not sure. The way I took it was.. they were just trying to prepare me and get me to start making better choices and logging what I do eat.

I'm trying to stay calm and was looking for empathy to help me through. Thank you to everyone that understood. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Hi, it can be very discouraging, but believe in yourself. It took me 4 different diets and over a year to lose the weight. but i finally did it, i am going in on monday for the gbs. my surgeon actually told me to work on a diet that worked for me in the past. the closest one i found was atkins, high protein, low carb. excellent at curbing your appetite, and is a winner for blood sugar control and losing the weight. good luck

A friend sent this to me..As far as I can see, grief will never truly end.It may become softer overtime, more gentleand some days will feel sharp.But grief will last as long as Love does - ForeverIt's simply the way the absence of your loved onemanifests in your heart. A deep longing accompaniedby the deepest Love some days. The heavy fog mayreturn and the next day, it may recede.Once again, it's...

theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??

All content posted on this site is the responsibility of the party posting such content.
Participation on this site by a party does not imply endorsement of any other party's content,
products, or services. Content should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.